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An interview with Annett Romoht on holiday care at LIPSCHULE.
School holidays are happy and exciting times for children. But for parents, balancing work and family life in the holidays is often a huge challenge. While students at LIPSCHULE enjoy… Read More
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An interview with the parents of a gifted student at LIPSCHULE.
We believe that every child has a right to appropriate support. This is why we rely on the cooperation of teachers, parents and other specialists when it comes to assisting… Read More
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An interview with Daniel Schubiger on professions at LIPSCHULE
Is a school really a microcosm of society? It’s an idea that may have some merit when you consider the individual professions present in an educational institution. We spoke to… Read More
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A conversation with Lana Toggenburger about the LIPSCHULE as an employer
Lana Toggenburger, you’re responsible for Cycle 1 at the LIPSCHULE. Why did you choose the LIPSCHULE as an employer? There were several reasons for this. On the one hand, I… Read More
weiterlesenOur Environment Project Week GS2
GS2 had a busy project week! Beginning with our clean-up day along the lake Zürich, the children were motivated and very successful in filling up 3 full garbage bags. These… Read More
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25 years dedicated to children’s personal development.
It’s hard to believe, but true: LIPSCHULE will be a quarter of a century old this year! We spoke to Erika Plattner, one of the co-founders, and Daniel Schubiger, a… Read More
weiterlesenA day in Cycle 3 at LIPSCHULE
In Cycle 3, teachers specifically prepare students for working life and show them what further schooling could be suitable for them. What impact does this have on everyday school life,… Read More
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A day in Cycle 2 at LIPSCHULE
In Cycle 2, the teachers lay the foundations for the students also being able to cope with the challenges they will face in the future. But what does this mean… Read More
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A day in Cycle 1 at LIPSCHULE
Looking around the Cycle 1 classrooms at Seestrasse 561, you discover a wide variety of materials and not entirely traditional furniture. But what is a typical day like for the… Read More
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An interview on careers lessons with Frederick Hart, Pedagogic Co-supervisor in Cycle 3
Frederick Hart, career choice becomes a dominant topic in Cycle 3. How do you help students to choose the right path for them? In the first grade of secondary school,… Read More
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A talk with Nico Dietrich, head of the childcare team at the LIPSCHULE
Nico Dietrich, what type of after-school care does the LIPSCHULE offer in addition to lessons? The childcare team is there for the children on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from… Read More
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A conversation with Annett Romoth, Cycle 1 pedagogical director, and Daniel Schubiger, from the management and administration team, about Montessori education
In Cycle 1, LIPSCHULE applies the principles of Maria Montessori. This is because children aged 3 to 9 are full of energy and have a virtually unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Read More
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Welcome to our Open Day!
How do I find the school that best suits my child? Will my child be better off in a private school? If these are questions that have crossed your mind,… Read More
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“Suppentag 2022”: bon appétit from LIPSCHULE!
LIPSCHULE students learn to take responsibility right from the outset. And that means responsibility not only for themselves, but for the world around them too. This is reflected, for example,… Read More
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An interview with LIPSCHULE Headmaster Daniel Schubiger on multilingualism
Anyone visiting LIPSCHULE soon notices its multicultural atmosphere. The many conversations all around in different languages play a big part in this. We asked Headmaster Daniel Schubiger what role this… Read More
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A conversation with Ajse Selmanova, apprentice childcare specialist at LIPSCHULE
Ajse Selmanova is currently training as a childcare specialist at LIPSCHULE. She is acquiring a wide range of skills that enable her to help the children in her care develop… Read More
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A conversation with Chris Gmür, a learning coach at the LIPSCHULE.
Luckily, the times when schoolchildren could only enjoy face-to-face teaching are long gone. With the competency-oriented approach, as the LIPSCHULE is familiar with, children and young people are challenged and… Read More
weiterlesenCycles instead of school levels: The LIPSCHULE is moving with the times.
After the summer holidays, we are making an important adjustment at the LIPSCHULE: We will assign the school years to three cycles. This means that we are aligning ourselves even… Read More
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«When planning menus, I never follow the copy-paste principle.»
Healthy nutrition is important – but what role does it play in relation to the performance of children and young people? And what else does the LIPSCHULE pay attention to… Read More
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A conversation with Markus Gadient, a vocational trainer who is in charge of a former LIP student
Today’s world of work poses great challenges to each and every one of us. This is especially true for young people who are concerned with their career entry. Preparatory schools… Read More
weiterlesenThe LIPSCHULE – an employer with clear ideas
If you want to create something good and worthwhile, you have to be clear about two things: What should the result look like? And how should the team that tackles… Read More
weiterlesenChildren with special needs: a conversation with Tanja Steinlin, Middle School Headmistress at LIPSCHULE, Zürich.
Children with special needs: a conversation with Tanja Steinlin, Middle School Headmistress at LIPSCHULE, Zürich. Tanja Steinlin, what are the needs of the children at the LIPSCHULE? We live and… Read More
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A conversation with Eveline Schneibel, an expert in education for gifted children.
A conversation with Eveline Schneibel, an expert in education for gifted children. Eveline Schneibel, for every parent, their own child is always something special. But what if, objectively speaking, they… Read More
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A talk about LIPSCHULE’s open house event
Daniel Schubiger, why are you holding an open house on January 20, 2024? Showing the school on site is the best way to display how certain concepts can function in… Read More
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Greta Thunberg isn’t one of our former students but there are plenty of other personalities that were able to find their passions with our support.
Every child is unique. This is exactly why we want to support the talents and interests from all our students. With the co-operation from parents, teachers and other specialists, together… Read More
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Stella McCartney isn’t one our former students, but there are plenty of other personalities who are more than equal to meet the demands of the modern professional world.
The requirements in the workforce are becoming continuously more complex. Not only should one have the professional knowledge but are also expected to have comprehensive social skills. Due to this,… Read More
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Steve Jobs isn’t one of our former students but there are plenty of other personalities that are able to contribute their digital skills.
Fortunately, the times when children and youth were denied access to computers and the similar are over. Today there is a broad consensus that shows a quick and targeted introduction… Read More
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Pippi Longstocking isn’t one of our former students but there are plenty of other personalities. We are very proud of their individuality.
Luckily it is old news that schools should only serve the purpose for parting knowledge. At LIPSCHULE, we don’t only use participatory elements in our lessons. We encourage opinion-forming and… Read More
weiterlesenProud to help the environment
Clean up, clean up everybody, everywhere! B2 first graders proudly cleaned up the campsite and our favourite path to the GZ Wollishofen. The children were amazed at the amount of… Read More
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Do you think that teachers should not only be familiar with fractions but also with the basics of the world of work?
If you answered yes, then Lipschule is the right place for your child as our teachers consciously prepare the students for their future careers. The requirements in the workforce are… Read More
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Would you like that your child not only learns Subjunctive, but also how to express their opinion and to speak for themself?
If so, then LIPSCHULE is the right place for you, we encourage students to think for themselves. Luckily it is old news that schools should only serve the purpose for… Read More
weiterlesenHow far is one Kilometer?
To discover how far a kilometer is, the B2 children went on a kilometer walk. Each group used a different method to measure the 1000 meters. One group used a… Read More
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Do you understand modern teaching aids as something other than overhead projector and transparency sheets?
We do. This is why computers, tablets and digital platforms play an important role in our pedagogical concept. Fortunately, the times when children and youth were denied access to computers… Read More
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From our kitchen
Warm Chocolate Cake Our head chef Alexander Fiechter shared one of his favourite recipes with us: Fancy an unforgettable little sin? You take: 150 g Dark Chocolate (The M-Budget dark… Read More
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Does my child learn the most among same-aged peers?
Not necessarily, mixed age learning opens up one’s perspective. Contact to same-aged peers is essential for children and adolescents to learn and achieve mental and physical abilities. But the exchange… Read More
weiterlesenSmall market to learn about money
Over the last couple of weeks, the 1st and 2nd graders have been learning about money. To help us practice using money, we decided to have a small market in… Read More
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Insufficient Grades: Moving away from the classic performance appraisals
Insufficient Grades: Moving away from the classic performance appraisals On May 6. 2021, SRF played the documentary film «Mein Leben und der Notenschnitt» ( My Life and the… Read More
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Are there teachers who have the courage to accept gaps?
Yes. The best learning success comes when you focus on the individual abilities of a child. According to the findings of Neurobiological research, children and adolescents learn very individually. This… Read More
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Why doesn’t my boss give me grades?
There are other forms of performance appraisals that say a lot more about who you are as a person. When speaking about performance appraisals, the classic grading system is… Read More
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Do I know how my child is doing at school?
We make sure that you can answer this question without hesitation. Thanks to individual support, regular assessments and much more. As parents, you are not only interested in your… Read More
weiterlesenEaster Week
On Monday, 29.03.2021, the B2 children started their KREAKTIVE Easter week by coloring Easter eggs, cutting out Easter bunnies to hang up, and making origami. Whereas Monday was a creative… Read More
weiterlesenMusic with Kindergarten / B1
On Thursday mornings Tanja Dankner gives music lessons to the children. They learn rhythm, dance and to sing. The children love to learn new songs and to make their own musical… Read More
weiterlesenh a n d l e t t e r i n g
Wir Schüler von der 1. Sek sind in die Welt des Handletterings eingetaucht. Es gibt viele Herangehensweisen. Du kommst zum Beispiel von der Sprache, vom Text und von der Illustration… Read More
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Will my child fall behind in school due to covid-19?
No. At LIPSCHULE, distance learning is not only a trending term, but a concept that really works. The demand for digitalization in our schools did not only begin since the… Read More
weiterlesenSnow in Zurich
B2 took advantage of the snow in Zurich! The rare occasion of so much snow made our toes wriggle with excitement….. Rather than going to the gym we decided to enjoy… Read More
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An interview with Daniel Schubiger about LIPSCHULE and its Open House Day
What reasons are there to turn your back on the public school and go to a private school instead? Many parents have recognised the advantages of mixed-age learning. We have… Read More
weiterlesenCosmic – grade B2
This year in Cosmic, the 2nd and 3rd graders presented their Christmas traditions. With many of the children having parents or grandparents from different countries, we thought it would be… Read More
weiterlesenEnjoying the Snow!
We took a break from the regular sport and enjoyed the first snowfall by building, rolling and shaping. The snow was heavy and sticky…. perfect! Teamwork at it’s best!… Read More
weiterlesenUnderwater Animals
Wonder, discover, and learn … The Zoological Museum visit was focused on underwater animals. We walked out of the museum with new facts and of course more questions that will… Read More
weiterlesenTick tock tick tock …. Visit the Clock & Watch Museum
Our visit to the Beyer Clock and Watch Museum was well worth the visit! We saw how early advanced civilizations already divided the year into 365 days to modern precise… Read More
weiterlesenClassroom B2 & Anthropological Museum B2
The Basis 2 class has been busy with presentations. In 3rd grade we have been learning about gravity, condensation, evaporation, and the 3 states of matter. Some of the children in… Read More
weiterlesenTo be aware of the pollution of our environment
The threat of environmental pollution is becoming one of the major concerns of this decade, owing to the increasing deforestation as well as water, air, and soil pollution. Children of… Read More
weiterlesenB2-Camp (3rd year) in Linescio
We went to Linescio, Tessin. We stayed in rustic lodging which had a big garden. We spent a lot of time outside exploring, playing and hiking. We made our own… Read More
weiterlesenThe Sleepover
On the 31.5.2018 we (the 3rd graders and Ms. Plattner) had a sleepover. After sports we all waited at school until 18:00 and then we started to cook the crèpes. Read More
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